Preventing Hot-Car Deaths: Techniques and Methods That Work

There are an average of over 38 deaths that occur each year, with children perishing in hot cars due to heatstroke, with parents number one reason being that they were distracted and forgot the child was with them. These are terrible tragedies that can be avoided. Preventing Hot-Car Deaths outlines techniques and methods that, if utilized, will put an end to this. This guide is helpful for new parents, caregivers, grandparents and anyone who comes into contact with the care of your child. Also included is vital information on how to recognize and prevent heatstroke in children.

G.A. Hicks is the founder and CEO of Summer's Place of Refuge, a nonprofit that advocates for children with developmental and learning disabilities. Ms. Hicks has authored other works for children and lives in North Carolina.